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Episode 209: The Better-B Project With Dirk de Graaf UFhoneybeelab

Episode 209: The Better-B Project With Dirk de Graaf

In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, Amy Vu and Jamie Ellis interview Professor Dirk de Graaf from the Laboratory for Molecular Entomology and Bee Pathology in the Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology at Ghent University’s Faculty of Sciences to discuss the Better-B Project. This episode ends with a Q&A segment. Check out our website: www.ufhoneybee.com (https://www.ufhoneybee.com/) for…
Alexa Mantifel
September 24, 2025
Episode 208: Mosquito Impacts on Honey Bee Colonies With Lena Barascou UFhoneybeelab

Episode 208: Mosquito Impacts on Honey Bee Colonies With Lena Barascou

In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, Amy Vu and Dr. Jamie Ellis interview Dr. Lena Barascou, a postdoctoral scientist at the Honey Bee Research and Extension Laboratory in the Entomology and Nematology at the University of Florida, to discuss mosquito impacts on honey bee colonies. This episode ends with a Q&A segment. Check out our website: www.ufhoneybee.com…
Alexa Mantifel
September 24, 2025
OBA AGM in Guelph! Ontario Beekeepers' Association News

OBA AGM in Guelph!

The OBA AGM Annual General Meeting (AGM) & Conference will take place Friday, November 28th and Saturday, November 29th at the Delta Hotel in Guelph, ON. Convention will be hybrid: In-person & online via Zoom Are you looking to be an exhibitor in our Tradeshow room or Sponsor for the event? Reach out to Melanie : info@ontariobee.com for more information.  AGM Information
UOVBA News Bot
August 19, 2025
AgroGene Solutions: Comprehensive Hive Disgnostics with Pascale Michaud Manitoba Beekeepers' Association

AgroGene Solutions: Comprehensive Hive Disgnostics with Pascale Michaud

Meet AgroGene Solutions, a new Moncton-based company transforming beekeeping with cutting-edge hive management tools! They take a preventative approach by providing advanced diagnostics and hive health monitoring, helping beekeepers detect infections early and reduce hive losses. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5731889522147328
Alexa Mantifel
July 13, 2025
Winter Loss Report 2025 (for Winter 2024/2025) Ontario Beekeepers' Association News

Winter Loss Report 2025 (for Winter 2024/2025)

Every year we like to see how well the bees did over the winter. This survey does not replace the official OMAFA Winter Loss survey, which is used for provincial, national and research statistics and purposes, but we do like to see what is happening in Ontario with our members and followers. Below are the summary points for the 2024/2025 Winter…
UOVBA News Bot
June 26, 2025
Free Bee Biosecurity Workshop – ONLINE Ontario Beekeepers' Association News

Free Bee Biosecurity Workshop – ONLINE

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 7:00pm to Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 9:00pm Hosted by OSCIA, beekeepers are invited to attend this free Bee Biosecurity Workshop to learn more about on-farm biosecurity best management practices and key areas of your farm to evaluate when developing a biosecurity plan as well as potential cost-share opportunities. Taking a workshop is a first step…
UOVBA News Bot
June 26, 2025
Bee Biosecurity Workshop – ONLINE Ontario Beekeepers' Association News

Bee Biosecurity Workshop – ONLINE

 Hosted by OSCIA, beekeepers are invited to attend this free Bee Biosecurity Workshop to learn more about on-farm biosecurity best management practices and key areas of your farm to evaluate when developing a biosecurity plan as well as potential cost-share opportunities. Taking a workshop is a first step in creating a Biosecurity Plan for your operation and identifying gaps in…
UOVBA News Bot
June 26, 2025
How to identify and report suspected pesticide poisoning incidents. Ontario Beekeepers' Association News

How to identify and report suspected pesticide poisoning incidents.

It is important for beekeepers in Ontario to understand the signs of poisoning and the process for reporting in the event of a possible exposure and/or subsequent bee kill. Symptoms of acute pesticide poisoning of honey bees may be much easier to recognize than chronic symptoms. Pesticide damage may take place at an individual or colony level. The impact of pesticide poisoning…
UOVBA News Bot
June 20, 2025
Honey Bee Colony Life Cycle | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 67 UFhoneybeelab

Honey Bee Colony Life Cycle | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 67

Honey bee colonies are superorganisms that grow throughout the year. In this episode, Dr. Ellis details the yearly life cycle of a honey bee colony. 📲 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X @UFHoneyBeeLab 🎧 Listen to “Two Bees in a Podcast” on any podcasting app 📩 Please direct any inquiries to our email: honeybee@ifas.ufl.edu 📚 Visit our website for…
Alexa Mantifel
May 28, 2025
Honey Bee Thermoregulation | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 65 UFhoneybeelab

Honey Bee Thermoregulation | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 65

Honey bees can regulate the hive temperature, much like we do with our air conditioning systems. This is made possible by a behavior known as thermoregulation. In this episode of the UF/IFAS Beekeeping Academy series, Dr. Ellis discusses what thermoregulation is, and how honey bees accomplish this feat. 📲 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X @UFHoneyBeeLab 🎧 Listen to…
Alexa Mantifel
May 28, 2025

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